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- Doctors Have Identified a New Vaping Lung Injury
Feb 19, 2020
A new lung injury associated with vaping has been identified by the doctors of Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Acute Fibrinous Organizing Pneumonia (AFOP) is a special histological pattern in acute respiratory failure with high mortality. It is described as a “newly evolving, rare lung pathology within the field of pulmonology.” A recently published report discusses the case of an asthmatic teenage boy who heavily smoked mango and mint flavored JUUL, as well as some...Read More - Neck and Back Injuries After a Car Accident
Jan 22, 2020
Any part of the body could suffer a serious injury in an auto accident. The gravitational forces exerted on the human body in a car crash can be enough to cause bone breaks, organ damage, muscle injuries and more. Injuries to the neck and back are relatively common in car accidents due to the violent back-and-forth motions of vehicle occupants. Unfortunately, these can be some of the most catastrophic injury types, leading to long-term repercussions...Read More - How to Prove a Driver Was Distracted After an Accident
Jan 14, 2020
Driver distraction is one of the most common causes of car accidents in Pennsylvania and around the country. Statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration state that 3,166 people died in 2017 alone from distracted drivers. Common examples of driver distractions include texting, eating, drinking, applying makeup, passengers inside the vehicle, the radio and daydreaming. If you believe the driver that caused your car accident was distracted at the time of the crash, you or...Read More - What to Expect in a Car Accident Lawsuit
Jan 6, 2020
A car accident can disrupt your life when you least expect it. You may not know how to successfully recover compensation for your damages in the aftermath of a serious collision. If you suffered serious or disabling injuries, for example, an insurance claim alone may not lead to adequate coverage. You may need to take your claim to court and prove the other party’s fault to obtain a fair compensatory award. Hire a Car Accident Lawyer If...Read More - How to Deal with Insurance Companies after a Car Accident
Jan 3, 2020
Obtaining an insurance settlement is not always easy after an auto accident in Philadelphia. Insurance companies want to spend as little as possible – or nothing at all – to settle claims. An insurance claims adjuster could use many different tactics to dispute liability for an auto accident. If an insurer tries any of these strategies during your car accident case, contact a Philadelphia car accident attorney for assistance. Comparative Negligence Comparative negligence is the assertion that...Read More - What Happens in an Uber Accident?
Dec 4, 2019
Due to the increase in popularity of ridesharing services, there have been more people utilizing apps like Uber for the ease of transportation. When we ride in an Uber, we expect a safe ride. However, we do understand that accidents happen whether it’s the Uber driver or another driver’s fault. So, what happens if you are in an Uber and an accident happens? If you have been involved in a rideshare accident, speak to our...Read More - Damages Available in Personal Injury Cases
Dec 4, 2019
When you are injured due to another person’s negligence and are looking to purse a personal injury case, there are different damages you may be entitled to recover. The plaintiff who receives damages from the negligent party may be able to receive economic or non-economic damages depending on the severity of their injury. It is recommended to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney in Philadelphia immediately following your injury so that all documentation can be...Read More - The Step-by-Step Personal Injury Claims Process
Dec 4, 2019
A personal injury case is a legal dispute that occurs when one party endures an injury due to the negligence of another. The goal of filing a personal injury lawsuit is to recover compensation for the alternate party’s wrongful act that is responsible for the injury. In Philadelphia, if you are filing a personal injury claim, the statute of limitations states you have two years from the time of the incident to file your claim against...Read More - A Basic Overview of the Vaping Illness Outbreak
Dec 4, 2019
Vaping has become increasingly popular among young adults in America. Studies show that 20% of Americans aged 18-29 say they vape despite the confirmed 42 fatality cases and probable 2,172 lung injury cases. Vaping is the inhalation and exhalation of aerosol, typically containing toxic chemicals, through e-cigarettes or vaporizing instruments. Vaping products contain a mouthpiece to inhale the aerosol, a battery pack and the e-liquid. Whenever individuals add THC, or the chemical responsible for the...Read More - Common Injuries in Car Accidents
Dec 4, 2019
Over three million people are injured in car accidents every year in the United States. Each car accident has different variables that can impact the level of severity if an injury occurs. For example, was each person involved wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident? What angle and speed did one car hit another or hit an object? These factors will weigh heavily into determining how severe an injury will be. Some injuries...Read More